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Figure of Death "Muerto"

Majel G. Claflin

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a figure seated on a wooden bench. The painting features a stylized figure with exaggerated facial features including large eyes and a wide grin. The figure wears a dark garment and appears to be holding rosary beads. Its feet are bare, and it is seated cross-legged on the bench. In the foreground, there are two curved objects that resemble bows or tools, with one having a string tied around the tip. There is a purple shadow on the left side, adding depth to the composition. The style of the painting explores themes with surreal or abstracted representations.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3319 × 4268 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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